
This creamy gluten-free pasta combines tender smoked salmon, sweet sauteed onions, and dill in a silky lactose-free sauce. It is an easy, comforting dinner with elegant flavor that feels special enough for guests but simple enough for a weeknight.
Preheat the oven to 120°C (250°F). Bring a large pan of salted water to a boil with the bay leaf. Add the gluten-free pasta and cook according to the package directions until just al dente.

While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring often, until softened but not browned.

Pour in the white wine, increase the heat slightly, and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until reduced by roughly half.

Take the skillet off the heat and stir in the soy cream until smooth.

Return the pan to low heat. Add the smoked salmon strips and chopped dill, then stir gently to combine.

Add the grated cheese and green peppercorns, stirring until the cheese melts into the sauce. Keep the heat low so the sauce stays creamy.

Drain the pasta well, then add it to the skillet. Toss until the pasta is evenly coated in the sauce.

Transfer the pasta to an ovenproof dish and bake for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Serve hot, finished with a little extra dill if desired.

Use a sturdy gluten-free pasta shape such as penne or fusilli so it holds the sauce well. If the sauce thickens too much, loosen it with a splash of reserved pasta water. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat gently over low heat.